Around The World In 80 Waves

The customs process takes a while so I have done a double decker bus tour of the city to see the sights.

Most impressive was the Bridge of the Americas which I had driven across on my way into the city. Until it had been completed the only way across the canal was a laborious ferry. Like the canal it is massive. It has to be so the huge vesssels can sail underneath.

I also went out along the huge casueway which has been built linking the mainland to what were once three islands off the coast.

Flamingo island at the end is a duty free zone and home to the rich yachting fraternity.

In contrast to that you have the old town when ramshackle stalls line the streets and cars have to be triple parked.

I had a great day getting on and off the bus to wander around when I wanted to and it was good to stretch my legs because I have been holed up in hotels and my car for too long.